Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Mansion House
- York Castle Museum
- Fire in the Minster
- Fishergate Bar
- The First Railway Station
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Church of St Helen
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The End of the Abbey
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Micklegate Bar
- Viking Boot
- Fairfax House
- Statue of an Athlete
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill